Emirati/UAE National Data Privacy Officer

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Posted 30+ days ago

Experience

2 - 7 Years

Job Location

Dubai - United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Education

Diploma, Any Graduation

Nationality

Emirati (UAE)

Gender

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Role Overview Oversee data privacy across all UAE operations, ensuring compliance with Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 (PDPL), Health Data Law, and Insurance Authority requirements. Safeguard sensitive customer information such as health records, financial details, and claims data.


Key Responsibilities

- Ensure compliance with PDPL and Health Data Law

- Develop privacy policies for underwriting, claims, and customer service.

- Conduct DPIAs for high-risk processing.

- Lead breach response and notify regulators.

- Monitor third-party compliance (reinsurers, healthcare providers).

- Manage data subject rights requests

.- Train staff on UAE privacy laws.

- Liaise with UAE Data Office and Health Authority.

Mandatory Role Elements

- Appoint DPO as required under PDPL for sensitive data processing.

- Ensure lawful basis and consent for data collection.

- Implement safeguards for cross-border data transfers.

- Maintain Records of Processing Activities (RoPA) and register DPO with UAE Data Office.

Desired Candidate Profile

Skills & Experience

- Strong knowledge of UAE PDPL, Health Data Law, and insurance regulations

-Experience in privacy compliance within insurance or healthcare.

- Legal or technical degree; certifications like CIPP/E, CIPM preferred.

- Excellent analytical and communication skills. Reporting & Authority

- Reports to Chief Risk Officer or Chief Compliance Officer.

- Independent role with authority to audit and enforce compliance.


Critical Value in Insurance

Insurance companies handle highly sensitive personal data, including medical histories and financial details. This role ensures compliance, builds trust, and mitigates regulatory and reputational risks

Employment Type

    Full Time

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Data Privacy Officer
  • Privacy Specialist
  • Data Governance Officer
  • Risk Management
  • Compliance Officer Privacy
  • Chief Privacy Officer
  • Data Privacy

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